Stability AI

Stable Diffusion XL (SDXL)

Open-source flexibility and high-quality image generation.

High resolution outputOpen-source adaptabilityExtensive community fine-tuning

Where it ranks today

Best for / Not great for

Best for
  • Custom model development
  • Research and experimentation
  • Commercial applications with fine-tuning
Not great for
  • Beginner-friendly out-of-the-box
  • Fastest inference without optimization
  • Consistent artistic styles without control nets

Why it ranks here

SDXL remains a powerhouse for those needing customization and control. Its open-source nature fuels innovation, but requires more technical expertise. Recent updates have improved its base model quality, keeping it highly relevant.

30-day trend

Score breakdown

Search trends94
Benchmarks95
Developer buzz97
News mentions93

Pricing

API: $0.00 in · $0.00 out per 1M tokens · Consumer: $0.00/mo

Pricing plans

DreamStudio (Web UI)
Generous free credits for initial exploration.
Free
  • Initial free credits
  • Pay-per-generation credits
  • Access to latest SDXL models
  • User-friendly interface
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API Access
Scalable image generation for developers.
Free
  • Pay-as-you-go API
  • Self-hosting options
  • Access to fine-tuned models
  • High throughput capabilities
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Enterprise Solutions
Dedicated support and custom deployments.
$100/mo
  • Dedicated support
  • On-premise deployment option
  • Custom model training
  • Volume discounts
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Compare with another modelHow is this score calculated? →Snapshot 2026-06-25